by Jean Lépine | Sep 30, 2026 | Guest Columns
The views expressed in this column are solely those of the author. Trust accounts sit at the very heart of consumer confidence in Ontario’s real estate sector. Every day, Ontarians entrust brokerages with deposits representing life-changing transactions: the...
by Dixie Lee MacDonald | Sep 10, 2026 | Columnists
The views expressed in this column are solely those of the author. On Closer Inspection with Dixie Lee MacDonald — a second look at the rules, language, and habits of Ontario real estate. MacDonald is a sales representative and a real estate educator with various...
by Matthew Thornton | Jul 24, 2026 | Boards & Associations, Guest Columns
The views expressed in this column are solely those of the author. Earlier this year, the Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery issued an order that prohibits elected members of the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) board of directors from being...
by Jean Lépine | Jun 19, 2026 | Guest Columns
Governance plays an important role in any organization. For a regulator, strong governance supports effective decision-making and public confidence. At its core, RECO exists to protect consumers. Whether buying, selling, or renting, Ontarians deserve confidence that...
by Courtney Zwicker | Feb 27, 2026 | News
A series of federal penalties against real estate brokerages is offering a clearer picture of where anti-money-laundering compliance is falling short, according to an analysis by national accounting firm MNP. The Feb. 5 report examines enforcement action taken by the...
